You cannot use Wikipedia as a source. Wikipedia is a wiki which means anyone can edit it. Because of this, sometimes Wikipedia has inaccurate information, is biased (only shows one point of view) and is outdated. You can use Wikipedia in the following ways:
1) Get background knowledge--Wikipedia can give you a broad overview of your topic
2) Find additional search terms (synonyms of words you already have)
3) Use the "References" and "External Links" to go to more reliable original sources
Science Fair Information
Science Fair Resources
These links below can help you find projects in subject areas you are interested in:
Science Fair Project Resources
All Science Fair Projects
Databases:
Find database log-in helps hereUtah's Online Library
World Book Web
Webpath Express
Tips for GOOGLE Searching:
1) Use phrases- diapers absorbency
- diffusion plants
2) Use quotation marks3) Use site: to find educational and government sites (most reliable sites)
How to use WIKIPEDIA in your research:
You cannot use Wikipedia as a source. Wikipedia is a wiki which means anyone can edit it. Because of this, sometimes Wikipedia has inaccurate information, is biased (only shows one point of view) and is outdated. You can use Wikipedia in the following ways:1) Get background knowledge--Wikipedia can give you a broad overview of your topic
2) Find additional search terms (synonyms of words you already have)
3) Use the "References" and "External Links" to go to more reliable original sources